Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 0.2 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
The villa is surrounded by plain fields, giving a sense of seclusion and peace. The yard is full of exotic plants. In the terrace, there is a place suitable for barbecue. Moreover, there is a private pool totally out of sight, from which you have a great view of the village, the White Mountains - Lefka Ori - and the Souda Bay. The sky and the waters change colour every minute. The pool is suitable for children as it has an integral children’s pool. The house has two floors and an attic. The villa is 4.5km away from Almirida village, 27km away from the picturesque city of Chania and in the middle of the most unspoiled region of Crete. Plaka, Kokkino Chorio, Gavalochori, Kalives, area some of the traditional villages that are found in small distance from the villa. The place is perfect for those who love the nature and want to know the traditional Cretan life .
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The Crete region
Crete is the largest island of Greece and the fifth larger island of the Mediterranean Sea. It lies at the Southern Aegean Sea and it separates the Aegean from the Libyan Sea. Crete is a link between Europe, Africa and Asia. This geographical position, being at the junction of major civilizations and cultural currents, influenced its history throughout the past 5000 years. Majestic mountains, full of legends and history, rise in its centre; to the West the White Mountains, in the middle the mountain of Idi (Psiloritis) and to the East the mountain of Dikti. These mountains gifted Crete with fertile plateaus like Lassithi and Omalos, caves like Diktaion Andron and Idaion Andron, and gorges like the famous Gorge of Samaria. The scenery is constantly changing. In one place rough and barren, in another wooded and gentle. Olive trees, orange groves, vineyard, vegetable gardens are everywhere. Old stone farmhouses, monasteries and village perched on mountain ridges, castles and chapels forgotten on steep slopes. Shores lined with forbidding rocks, often inaccessible, but also lots of endless sandy or pebbly beaches. Although globalization, tourism and economic growth have inevitably changed the way of life in Crete, especially in the large urban centres which are changing in appearance from one day to the next, the Cretans still preserve the bonds with their rich folk traditions and cultural heritage. There are many villages where life goes on in the same rhythm it has for centuries. In the countryside, even in our days many old Cretan men and women wear the traditional costume and the Cretan idiom is widely spoken even in the large cities.
Chania / Almyrida area
Chania is the second largest city of Crete and the capital of the Chania Prefecture. The city lies on the north coast of the island, about 70Km west of Rethymno and 140Km west of Heraklion. It is divided in two parts: the Old town and the modern city. Chania is a city of great history, since Arabs, Venetians and Turks have walked through its alleys. As a result, the architectural influence of the old town by these three cultures is obvious. The beautiful Venetian quarter is a web of atmospheric streets that tumble onto a picturesque harbour with a magnificent lighthouse. In the narrow alleys, among colourful houses and flowered gardens, restored Venetian houses have been converted into chic restaurants and hotels, ruined houses into tavernas.
The picturesque maritime village of Almirida lies on the entrance of the Souda gulf in Apokoronas county of Chania Prefecture, just between Chania and Rethymno towns, with a view of Lefka Ori (White Mountains). It has two wonderful sandy and shallow beaches with clear water, organized with deckchairs, umbrellas, wc and lifeguards. The place is a real paradise for the fans of water sports but also for children, which can swim and play safely on the beach. There is the possibility of renting a boat or taking lessons of surfing and sailing. The village has everything – super market, bakery shop, restaurants, bars, press, shops, car and bike rentals, taxis and buses. Across the sea-side there are lots of restaurants, or tavernas as called in Greece, famous for their delicious local foods and of course for excellent fresh fishes. If you enjoy walking, Almirida is surrounded by a few green hills and beautiful country sides which are ideal for enjoyable walks. Almirida can be the base for your excursions to one of the prettiest regions in Crete, the area of Apokoronas. Plaka, Drapanos, Kokkino Chorio, Kalives, Kefalas, are some of the unspoiled villages near Almirida which offer breathtaking views of the sparkling blue Aegean Sea and the spectacular Lefka Ori (The White Mountains).
How to get there
Crete has two international airports, Ioannis Daskalogiannis airport in Chania and Nikos Kazantzakis airport in Heraklion. During the summer months charter flights fly directly to Crete, but it is also possible to travel to Crete via Athens during the whole year with Olympic Airlines or Aegean Airlines. The nearest to the villa airport is Chania Airport, 35km (30min drive) away. Heraklion Airport is 120km (70-100min) away. Car is essential.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Chania airport: 30 km
Ferry:
Ferry to mainland at Souda: 21 km
Activities near Chania
Sports: Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation City breaks Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 7, Lounge seating for 7, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Childrens pool
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The house has two floors and an attic. At the ground floor there is the sunlit living room, the full-equipped kitchen and a WC. A French door opens to a covered veranda for lovely midday meals. On the first floor, there are one twin and one double bedroom, both with private balconies. On the same floor there is a bathroom and a big veranda (8 sq.m) ideal for a lovely dinner, overlooking the mountains, the village and the Souda Bay. On the second floor, the attic, there are a twin bedroom and a private cosy living room with a window overlooking the Souda Bay.
Further details outdoors: Markos Villa is a safe place for children to play around the pool in the front and side yard of the villa or in the garden nearby. Around the private pool (35sq.m) there are 6 sunbeds, an umbrella and a table with chairs for lovely meals overlooking the stunning view of Souda Bay, the village and the mountains. Table and chairs are also found at the verandas of the ground floor and first floor. In the garden with the grass, the colourful flowers and the trees there is a barbecue area, where you can prepare delicious dishes. The two bedrooms on the first floor have french doors opening to private balconies with view to the village and the mountain. The attic has a french door too, which opens to a big uncovered veranda, ideal for those who love the sun.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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550£500
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The prices refer to the villa itself and not to each person individually. They include all the facilities that are described on the advertisement, such as cleaning service, the usage of air-condition and pool etc.
The prices apply to reservations that will be done till the 15th of January and are the same with those of 2009. After this date the prices will be increased 10 – 15%.
A deposit of 20% is required to secure the booking. The balance can be paid at your arrival at the villa. Security deposit for damages is not demanded.
The payment is accepted only in Euros and the prices may change a little, depending on the term of stay and the number of persons.
Guestbook for Markos Villa
"When we closed the gate for the first time behind us we were a little bit jealous. The Markos is really marvelous. Excellent equipment and a very good swimming pool. as well for the adults as well for the children. You have a beautiful view from the villa to the sea. In the surroundings you can make very many beautiful day trips. The island of Crete must certainly be visited . When I go back to Crete the Villa Markos will be my home."
“This property exceeds anyone’s expectations. Caretakers met our every need. The view from the house is awesome. Would return again and again.”
''We would like to thank you and your family for our wonderful stay in Markos Villa! The villa is really lovely - it was really comfortable, and practical, and with such fantastic views of the countryside and mountains. The village and landscape around the villa are stunningly beautiful. And the food that your mother cooked for us was delicious - we enjoyed it enormously, and having such beautiful home-made food prepared for us made the week very relaxing for me in particular. It was also a wonderful surprise that the villa was cleaned for us half way through our stay.
Thank you, too, for the lovely toys that you bought for the children. They really enjoyed their stay. We were all very sad to leave. We would very much like to stay in Markos Villa again, and will keep in touch with you.''
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 69818
Name:
Artemis Vlahakis
Tel:
+30 28210 73693
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+30 6977285800
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